Table 1 Characteristics of the individual- and group medical appointments
Group medical appointment | Individual medical appointment | |
|---|---|---|
Number of patients | 6–8 | 1 |
Duration of appointment | 90 min total | 15 min per professional |
Severity of disease | Various severities of disease | One severity of disease |
Professionals | Treating physician, nurse, clinical geneticist, social worker | Treating physician, nurse, clinical geneticist, social worker |
Clinical examination | Behind a screen in conference room or in another room (before or after the appointment) | In physician’s office |
Privacy | Confidentiality protected by the group | Completely |